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"The Collective Experience" is a split bill show between "The Groove Collective" directed by Marcus "Epic" Tucker and "The UMAMI Collective" directed by Rylee "Prodigy" Locker. Both collectives are the two Adult Training Companies at Urban Movement Arts. The Collectives offer performance training that focus on developing capacity in foundational forms of street/club dance, ranging from Locking, Waacking, Popping, Breaking, Voguing, House and Hip Hop. The mission is to create an environment that supports dancers by giving tools needed to prepare dancers to perform and participate in professional work. Two Shows: Saturday, Jan 10th 7:00pm Stick around for a DJ set and party after the show on Saturday! 8:30pm-midnight! Sunday, Jan 11th 4:00pm @ Fringe Arts 140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA Tickets: $20 UMA Groove Collective: Walkout Show description: “Walkout” is scenes and excerpts for a full unfinished theater show. In a future where AI and robots dominate the arts, a totalitarian regime bans human creativity. Underground gatherings emerge, where humans secretly dance and express emotions. A regime scientist develops a machine to transmit human dance skills to AI. When a police raid captures talented dancers, a catastrophic malfunction occurs, resulting in all but one dancer's death. This lone survivor merges with an AI robot, becoming the first to possess a true soul. As the special robot dances authentically, it causes other AI to malfunction, showcasing the irreplaceable value of genuine human emotion and creativity. UMAMI Collective: Femmebot Frenzy Show description: "Femmebot Frenzy" is a show that challenges the stereotypical “bot.” Inspired by music ranging from Disco and Funk to K-Pop and Vogue beats, the performance launches us into a cosmic journey where the dancers—Femmebots themselves—navigate the universe freely, experiencing human emotion for the first time as they break free from their programming. This show celebrates our autonomy, honors our humanity, and empowers us to rise into our highest self.  Valentine's Day is approaching, and what better way to warm up the chilly winter months than with the LoveScope Production and Party? This six-week series invites dancers to explore the sensual side of UMA. This year's production is curated by Jess aka Lady Perez, drawing on her extensive background in theatre, waacking, and burlesque to guide participants through an engaging artistic process. The program will also feature two guest choreographers Sjaedah 'Jae' London and Chloe Marie. In addition to learning group choreography, all participants have the chance to create and perform their own solo with personal coaching from Lady Perez. This year, the production's central theme delves into the eight Greek categories of love: Eros (romantic love), Philia (deep friendship), Storge (family love), Ludus (playful love), Pragma (enduring love), Philautia (self-love), Agape (unconditional love), and Mania (obsessive love). Dancers will be guided through an exploration of these concepts and the many facets and tropes of love found within their subcategories. This collaborative program is best suited for dancers with an advanced beginner skill level and above; bring your team spirit and prepare for a creative journey. The series culminates in a sultry night of performance and party. Join the LoveScope production this winter to refine your skills, build a powerful solo performance, and get in touch with your sensual side this Valentine’s Day. REHEARSAL DATES: Jan 10- Feb 18th CLASS/ REHEARSAL TIMES: -Saturdays 5:30-7:00pm at 2100 Chestnut (Jess) *1/10 RESCHEDULED to 2/20 6:30-8pm @ 812 Chestnut -Saturdays 7:00-8:15pm @ 2100 Chestnut (Chloe) *1/10 RESCHEDULED to 1/16 6:30-7:45pm @ 812 Chestnut S-undays 10:30-11:45am @ 812 Chestnut (Jae)* * 1/18 RESCHEDULED to 1/23 6:15-7:30 @ 812 Chestnut -Wednesdays 8-9:30pm @ church (Jess) We encourage participants to sign up only if they can make PRICES: $150 Non Member $125 Member *UMA Groove and UMAMI Collective Members receive 40% off their registration **If you are in BOTH UMA Groove and UMAMI Collective, you receive 50% off registration REG CLOSES: JAN 8 EVENT DATE: Feb 21st @ First Unitarian Church Register via this form. When registration closes we will follow up to confirm if we have received enough sign ups and then send payment links to finalize participation. Email [email protected] with questions!  |
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812 Chestnut StSearch 'Urban Movement Arts @ 812 Chestnut' on Google Maps
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2100 Chestnut St. 2nd Flr
*entrance is on 21st! between Rione Pizza & Monde Market*
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